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Box in Shape of Butterfly with Design of Wild Pinks on Side

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored box with a butterfly shape. The box has a scalloped edge and a design on the side featuring wild pinks. The top of the box features an intricate, ornate design. The bottom half of the box has a black background with gold floral designs. The box is closed. The background is light gray.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Lacquer with gold, silver, and mother-of-pearl
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
600 × 399 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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